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Crab meat is sweet, delicate shellfish offering lean protein and impressive zinc levels. Different varieties (blue crab, Dungeness, king crab) offer similar nutrition profiles.
Lump meat comes from the body and has large, white pieces ideal for presentation. Claw meat is darker, more flavorful, and better for crab cakes and dips where appearance matters less.
Imitation crab (surimi) is made from processed fish with added starch, sugar, and sodium. It has less protein, more carbs, and fewer nutrients than real crab. Real crab is nutritionally superior.
Fresh crab naturally contains some sodium, but canned and pasteurized crab often has salt added for preservation. Fresh-picked crab from a whole crab has the lowest sodium content.
Fresh crab meat lasts 1-2 days refrigerated. Pasteurized crab keeps unopened for months; use within 3 days after opening. Freeze for up to 3 months.
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